Computer
and Information Services Helpdesk
Helpdesk: x4480 (409-740-4480)
CIS Front Desk: x4714 (409-740-4714)
Email: helpdesk@tamug.edu
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TAMUG VPN Setup Using The Cisco Client
TAMUG uses the Cisco VPN
client to provide remote access to the campus computing systems.
Below are instructions on downloading the client and setting it up.
You must use your Net/ID to download the client. This is the same system
that College Station uses for VPN access.
If you already have the College
Station VPN client installed on your computer, then use the instructions
below to "add" a TAMUG
specific connection.
Need College Station VPN Setup Information <Click Here>
and select "Configuring and Using Client" under "TAMU Specific Instructions"
that relate to your operating system.
Otherwise click on the link below to download
the right client for your computer and follow the instructions below for adding a
TAMUG specific
connection. you will be prompted for your NetID and Password to download the
software. Save the VPN Client to your desktop and double click on it to expand
and install.
Mac OS X (10.6) Cisco Client No Longer Required Follow this link for setup instructions
Mac OS X (10.4-10.5) (Click here for Mac Setup Instructions)
Mac OS X (10.0-10.3.9) (Click here for Mac Setup Instructions)
Windows setup
Instructions:
After downloading and installing the Cisco VPN client do the following:
Go to Start > All Programs > Cisco Systems VPN Client and double click "VPN
client" to start the application
From the icons at the top select NEW and call it TAMUG
Enter the Host: 165.95.254.214
Under the "Authentication" tab, use the following information:
Select Group Authentication and enter: tunnellvision
Password Enter: tamugremote
Confirm the password enter:
tamugremote
Select the Transport Tab:
You should have the
"Enable Transparent Tunneling"
box checked.
With "IPSec over TCP" checked.
With TCP Port 10000
Click "Save".
Your new
connection should now display in the client, with TAMUG in the "Connection
Entry" field. Highlight it and click "Connect".
You should be
prompted for your NetID and password to complete the connection.
If you have any problems, call the CIS Helpdesk at 740-4714 or email helpdesk@tamug.edu